Tariff Lawyer Los Angeles | Customs & Trade Attorney CA

Written and reviewed by Anatolii Trembach, Esq. (CA Bar #349304), admitted to the U.S. Court of International Trade. Content updated February 11, 2026 to reflect current tariff regulations.

Tariff Lawyer Los Angeles - Expert CBP Defense at Port of LA & Long Beach

Tariff lawyer Los Angeles - Trembach Law provides expert customs and international trade legal representation for importers and exporters at the Port of Los Angeles and Port of Long Beach. As the busiest port complex in North America handling 40% of all US containerized imports, Los Angeles is ground zero for tariff disputes, CBP audits, and trade compliance challenges. Our Los Angeles customs attorneys specialize in tariff classification, Section 301 China tariffs, Section 232 steel and aluminum duties, UFLPA forced labor compliance, CBP audit defense, and customs litigation. Call (818) 514-7680 for a free consultation.

Los Angeles Tariff & Customs Services

Why Choose a Tariff Lawyer in Los Angeles?

Los Angeles is the gateway for American imports. The Port of Los Angeles and Port of Long Beach together form the busiest port complex in the Western Hemisphere. Having a tariff lawyer in Los Angeles means faster response to cargo emergencies, familiarity with local CBP personnel, and deep experience with the specific import patterns at these ports.

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Your Los Angeles Tariff Attorney: Anatolii Trembach

Anatolii Trembach is a California-licensed attorney (CA Bar #349304) admitted to the U.S. Court of International Trade. He holds an LL.M. in International Business and Economic Law from USC Gould School of Law. Recognized as a 2026 Rising Star by Super Lawyers and rated 10.0 Superb on Avvo. Member of CITBA (Customs and International Trade Bar Association) and ABA International Law Section.

Frequently Asked Questions: Los Angeles Tariff Lawyer

Why choose a Los Angeles tariff lawyer for customs matters?

A Los Angeles-based tariff lawyer offers direct access to Port of Los Angeles and Port of Long Beach, the two busiest container ports in the Western Hemisphere handling 40% of all US imports. We serve Los Angeles businesses by appointment from our Calabasas headquarters, enabling rapid response to CBP detentions, seizures, and cargo holds.

What tariff and customs services do you offer in Los Angeles?

We provide comprehensive tariff and customs services including: tariff classification and HTS code optimization, CBP audit defense, customs penalty mitigation, Section 301 China tariff strategies, Section 232 steel/aluminum tariff exclusions, UFLPA forced labor compliance, duty drawback claims, antidumping/countervailing duty defense, and trade compliance programs.

How much does a tariff lawyer in Los Angeles cost?

Free initial consultations. Flat-fee pricing for customs protests ($3,500-$7,500), binding ruling requests ($5,000-$15,000), and prior disclosures ($7,500-$25,000). Complex matters billed at transparent hourly rates. Call (818) 514-7680 for a personalized quote.

Can you help with Trump tariffs in 2025-2026?

Yes. We specialize in Section 301 China tariffs (up to 100%), Section 232 steel/aluminum duties (25-50%), IEEPA tariffs, and new reciprocal tariffs. We assist with exclusion requests, reclassification strategies, and supply chain restructuring.

What is UFLPA and how does it affect LA importers?

The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act presumes goods from Xinjiang, China contain forced labor. Port of LA/Long Beach sees the highest UFLPA detention rates nationally. We help with supply chain due diligence and detention defense.

HTS Tariff Classification: Expert Guide for Los Angeles Importers

The Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification determines the duty rate for every product imported into the United States. At the Port of Los Angeles and Port of Long Beach, classification errors on even a single HTS code can result in hundreds of thousands of dollars in overpaid duties or devastating CBP penalties. Our Los Angeles tariff lawyers provide comprehensive HTS classification analysis using the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI 1-6), Explanatory Notes, and CBP binding rulings to ensure optimal duty rates.

Key HTS classification services include: 10-digit HTS code analysis, binding ruling requests under 19 CFR Part 177, classification protests under 19 USC 1514, prior disclosure for classification errors under 19 USC 1592, and Court of International Trade litigation for adverse CBP decisions.

Section 301 China Tariffs & Section 232 Steel/Aluminum Duties

Section 301 tariffs on Chinese goods now range from 25% to 100% across four tranches covering $370+ billion in imports. Section 232 tariffs impose 25% duties on steel and up to 50% on aluminum imports. For Los Angeles importers processing thousands of containers annually through the San Pedro Bay port complex, these additional tariffs can cost millions per year. Our tariff lawyers help with exclusion requests, tariff engineering through substantial transformation, first sale valuation, foreign trade zone strategies, and duty drawback recovery.

The February 2025 Executive Orders imposed additional IEEPA tariffs of 10-20% on imports from China, Canada, and Mexico. Our Los Angeles customs attorneys provide immediate guidance on these rapidly evolving tariff policies.

CBP Penalties & Prior Disclosure Defense

CBP penalties under 19 USC 1592 for customs violations can reach up to 4x the loss of revenue for fraud, 2x for gross negligence, and the domestic value of the merchandise for negligence. At the Port of Los Angeles, CBP issues hundreds of penalty notices annually for classification errors, valuation fraud, country of origin misrepresentation, and marking violations. Our prior disclosure strategy has helped clients reduce penalties by 50-75% on average.

UFLPA Forced Labor Compliance

The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) creates a rebuttable presumption that goods from Xinjiang, China are made with forced labor. The Port of Los Angeles has the highest UFLPA detention rate in the nation. Our Los Angeles UFLPA attorneys assist with supply chain due diligence, forced labor compliance programs, evidence package preparation for CBP, and emergency detention defense to secure cargo release.

CBP Audit Defense at Port of Los Angeles

CBP Focused Assessments and Quick Response Audits target high-volume importers at the Port of Los Angeles. Our tariff lawyers provide comprehensive audit defense including Pre-Assessment Survey response preparation, on-site assessment representation, audit report challenges, and corrective action implementation. We also assist with C-TPAT membership applications for reduced examination rates.

Customs Valuation & Country of Origin

Customs valuation under 19 USC 1401a determines the dutiable value of imported merchandise. Proper valuation analysis — including transaction value, first sale valuation, assists, royalties, and related party pricing — can reduce duty exposure significantly. Country of origin determinations under the substantial transformation test affect eligibility for preferential trade agreements (USMCA), Section 301/232 tariff applicability, and antidumping/countervailing duty orders.

Court of International Trade Litigation

When administrative remedies are exhausted, the U.S. Court of International Trade provides judicial review of CBP decisions. CIT classification cases receive de novo review, giving importers a meaningful opportunity to overturn unfavorable CBP classifications. Our Los Angeles tariff lawyers have experience with CIT litigation for classification disputes, penalty challenges, and trade remedy proceedings.

Industry-Specific Tariff Expertise

Our Los Angeles tariff lawyers serve importers across major industries including: electronics and technology (semiconductor classifications, Section 301 exposure), automotive and parts (Section 232, rules of origin), fashion and textiles (quota management, UFLPA compliance), food and agriculture (FDA holds, USDA requirements), industrial machinery (tariff engineering, end-use provisions), and consumer products (safety compliance, IPR issues).

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Phone: (818) 514-7680

Email: info@trembachlaw.com

Address: 27001 Agoura Road, Suite 350, Calabasas, CA 91301

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